Lees-McRae names Chris Parker as Director of Sports Information

Jan 10, 2014

BANNER ELK, N.C. --- Lees-McRae College
named Chris Parker as Director of Sports Information. Parker was
most recently the Assistant Sports Information Director at Brevard
College, a member of the South Atlantic Conference and a fellow
NCAA Division II institution.

Parker has a strong background in sports information with more
than six years of experience in a variety of capacities. A graduate
of the University of North Carolina – Greensboro, Parker
earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies and then
continued on to work for UNCG media relations. From there, he spent
time as part of the game day crew for the Dallas Mavericks
basketball team in Dallas, Texas where he assisted with radio and
television broadcasts, and distribution to the media of postgame
quotes and statistics. Prior to accepting a position at Brevard,
Parker served as the Communications Assistant for Southland
Conference in Frisco, Texas, where he managed media relations for
17 Division I varsity sports while also coordinating several large
tournaments.

“I am excited to have Chris as our Sports Information
Director,” said Craig McPhail, vice president of athletics
and club sports. “His knowledge of sports media will continue
to elevate our athletic department and his experience at various
positions will enable him to apply new measures and techniques,
allowing us the chance for great exposure and
recognition.”

Having a strong sports information department is critical for
the promotion of the College’s athletic achievements. In just
the past year, Lees-McRae athletics has been honored with several
awards and accolades including the Allen Sharp Award (given to the
institution having the highest graduation rate among
student-athletes), the Conference Carolinas Sportsmanship Award for
women’s cross country, and the Division II Presidents' Award
for Academic Excellence. Additionally, two former Bobcat cyclists,
Brent Bookwalter ’06 and Andrew Talansky, competed in the
Tour de France, earning 91st and 10th place,
respectively.

As the Director of Sports Information, Parker will be
responsible for all aspects of sports information for
Lees-McRae’s 17 Division II intercollegiate programs,
including media relations, website and social media development,
and game statistics, among other tasks.

For more information about athletics at Lees-McRae College,
please visit www.lmcbobcats.com or call
828.898.5241.